Meet the Universal Marina team

Our team at Universal is keen to help you get the most out of your time at the marina. You’ll find a wide range of in-depth knowledge and experience, with many of the team also choosing to spend their own leisure time on the water.

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Graham Bristowe

General Manager

A manager at Premier since 2007, Graham has a wealth of marine knowledge. He previously managed Gosport, Port Solent and Chichester marinas. He is also a keen runner, most recently completing the Comrades Marathon in South Africa.

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Richard Whillier

Duty Manager 

Richard has worked for Premier Marinas for over a decade, joining Port Solent Marina in 2012 and transferring to Universal Marina in 2022. In his spare time Richard enjoys taking his two children sailing. 

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James Montgomery

Duty Manager

James joined Universal's trusty boatyard lifting team operating the forklift and travel hoist. His experience in the boatyard has supported his move working as a Boatyard Administrator and now a Duty Manager.

Jordan Hobbs

Boatyard Administrator

Jordan has worked for Universal since 2022, joining as a Customer Service Advisor and currently working as a Boatyard Administrator. He is enjoying gaining knowledge of the boatyard operations and when he’s not at work, Jordan enjoys video games, going to the gym and eating lasagne.

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Universal Marina features

Universal Marina has all the services you’d expect from a premium marina.

24-hour security
24-hour security, CCTV and secure gated access
Fuel pontoon
Easy access to self-service fuel pontoon at Swanwick
Restaurant
Home to a cosy coffee shop and a beautifully located restaurant
Electricity
Electricity is available on the pontoons
Laundry
Washing and drying machines available in the facilities
Parking
Free onsite berth holder parking
Personal bathrooms
Individual quality shower rooms
Water
Water is available free of charge across the site
Full-service boatyard
Our full-service boatyard operates five days a week
Dry stack
Dry stack storage for boats up to 11 metres
Recycling
A suite of recycling facilities are available
Wi-Fi
Free marina Wi-Fi for berth holders and visitors
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Download the Premier Marinas mobile app

Take control with MyPremier and the Premier App. Sign in to the app with your MyPremier account and access a range of unique features to help you when you're out and about. Inform your home marina of your departure and expected return, view the latest tides and weather information or report any maintenance.
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